Three-Day International Millet Conference: Celebrating Sustainable Grains from October 17

 

"The three-day event will feature a millet roadshow, a millet startup exhibition, and technical sessions addressing various topics related to millets."

 

The International Nutri Cereal Convention 6.0 is coming up, organized by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Millets Research (IIMR). This event will highlight the important role of nutri-cereals, especially millets, in tackling global food security and nutrition issues.

Key Details of the Conference:

• Dates and Location: The conference will be held for three days, starting on October 17, at the IIMR campus in Hyderabad, India.
• Main Topics: The event will cover several important themes, including:
  • The health benefits of millets and their place in a balanced diet.
  • Sustainable farming practices for growing millets.
  • New ways to process and add value to millets.
  • Strategies to promote and develop markets for millets.
  • Policies to support millet production and consumption.
• Speakers and Participants: Experts, researchers, and policymakers from around the world will be speaking. Attendees will include agricultural scientists, nutritionists, industry representatives, and entrepreneurs involved with millets.
• Networking Opportunities: Participants will have a chance to meet other professionals, share ideas, and discuss possible collaborations to promote millets.
• Exhibitions and Demonstrations: The convention will also feature exhibitions that showcase new millet products, research, and advances in millet farming and processing.
• Workshops and Technical Sessions: In addition to discussions, there will be hands-on workshops focusing on practical applications of research and best practices in millet farming and marketing.

This conference is a crucial step in making millets a key agricultural product, emphasizing their health benefits and environmental advantages. The event aims to inspire action and commitment to promoting millets as an essential part of global food systems.

 

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